Pratt Industries · 1 day ago
Structural Designer
La Vergne, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPratt Industries is seeking a Structural Designer to oversee the creation of packaging prototypes and samples crucial for sales promotions. The role involves formulating ideas for new products, collaborating with sales representatives, and ensuring production specifications meet customer needs.
ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Formulate and communicate ideas for new accounts or products, analyzing customer needs and production feasibility
Accompany Sales Representatives on occasion to present new products or designs to customers or prospects
Review accounts and make recommendations for updates on style, board weight, new developments, etc
Analyze changes in the industry and research innovations in packaging equipment
Produce samples on CAD table or cut samples by hand
Create production specifications from proto-types, drawings, etc
Work individually or collaboratively with cross-functional teams and resources during research, ideation, evaluation and validation stages of all design solutions
Responsible for meeting deadlines with possible overtime required
Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Management may assign additional duties on an as needed basis
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic
Strong organizational skills
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
Flexible, fast learner, who can handle multiple projects, solve problems, and embrace challenges
Can develop innovative and creative packaging solutions with a focus on manufacturability
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Physical demands: Standing, sitting, walking, push/pull, ability to lift/carry 10lbs-50lbs
Must be able to work in a Manufacturing environment if required. Sometimes noisy, dirty, dusty, and hot and cold temperatures
Must successfully pass Company pre-employment screening
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
3-5 years' experience in corrugated packaging or a related field
Proficient skills with ArtiosCAD, Kongsberg table, or similar tools
Experience in a corrugated production/manufacturing facility
TOPS Software experience
Competent in Microsoft Office
Good communication skills with Customers and internal Sales/Production/Customer Service Staff
Exposure to package testing and methodologies (UN/DOT, ISTA, Etc)
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Company
Pratt Industries
Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper company.
10001+ employees
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